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Reserved Parking At Dragon Stadium
Friday August 27, 2010
Carroll ISD has teamed up with CarrollDragons.com to conduct a public auction of reserved parking spots at Dragon Stadium for the 2010 varsity home football games. At least three packages also include season tickets. Don't miss your chance to park in the DragonZone this season. Bid items have staggered closing dates up until September 3. All proceeds benefit the district's general operating fund, which pays for teacher salaries, transportation, utilities and other daily expenses. To learn more about CarrollDragons.com and to place your bid, visit www.carrolldragons.com.
School Zone Reminder
Monday August 23, 2010
The first day of the 2010-2011 C.I.S.D. school year starts today and the Southlake Department of Public Safety will have officers in school zones enforcing traffic laws. The officers will be enforcing the speed limits as well as the use of hand-held cell phones. The cell phone ban is to help ensure the safety of other motorists and of young people walking and riding bicycles within active school zones. Any person that drives or operates a motor vehicle in a school zone, during the school zone hours, cannot use a hand-held mobile telephone to engage in a call or to create, send or read messages. The ban does not include the use of hands-free devices. If you have any questions please contact Lieutenant Mike Bedrich at 817-748-8137.
Community Services is Moving
Monday August 9, 2010
The Community Services Department is packing up and moving to Town Hall! As of Monday, August 9, 2010 find us in the former Municipal Court offices on the second floor of Southlake Town Hall - Suite 210. The Community Center in Bicentennial Park will remain open to the public until Friday, August 6, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. At that time, we will be relocating to our new offices in Southlake Town Hall. Beginning Monday, August 9, 2010, all in-person registration and facility rentals will be accepted at the new Town Hall Community Services / Parks and Recreation Administration offices Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Relocating to Town Hall will help consolidate many of the city services already heavily utilized by residents including library, parks and recreation, utility billing, and more, in one central location. Additionally, the new offices will make it easy for patrons to register for their favorite recreational programs and activities while enjoying the ample shopping and dining opportunities that Southlake Town Square has to offer. For added convenience, customers may continue to register online at www.SouthlakeParksandRec.com and through the mail. For more information, please contact the Community Services Department (817) 748-8019
Name a City Park!
Friday August 6, 2010
The City of Southlake Parks and Recreation Department is seeking your suggestion(s) to name a new 19.5 acre park located northwest of the intersection of Ridgecrest Drive and Dove Road. The community park is in a pastoral setting, and when complete, will be heavily landscaped and include multi-use fields with concession building, restrooms, playground, pathways, pond and open space. The City guidelines for naming city parks or facilities specify that City parks:
1.May be named for outstanding and/or predominate physical characteristics or ecological features of the land such as streams, lakes and creeks, landmark significance, historical significance, street name identity, a subdivision in which the park property is located, based on the activity, event or function if the park;
2.May be named for any group or individual who has made exceptional contributions to the City. Examples of exceptional contributions may include, but no limited to, monetary, property, material contributions, service to the City, etc;
3.May be named in honor of deceased local, state or national figure(s). There shall be a waiting period of one or more years prior to the naming of a park in honor of a deceased local, state or national figure(s). The renaming of a park facility, which has been previously named after an individual, is prohibited unless compelling circumstances arise whereby consideration to a change is appropriate;
4.May not be given the same name as an existing school site, or public facility, except where the sites abut one another;
5.Components or areas within a park or recreation facility may be given a name which is different than the park or recreation facility. Such components or areas may include, but not limited to, gardens, playgrounds, athletic fields, structures, and meeting rooms.
Deadline for entries 5:00 pm, Friday, August 27. For more information on how to submit your entry, see the City of Southlake.
TxDot Clears Path for Sidewalk Funding in Southlake
Tuesday August 3, 2010
The City was recently approved for $1.7 million of sidewalk construction funds from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). The funds are to be used to help fill in the gaps along Southlake Boulevard (F.M. 1709) and complete the pedestrian connectivity in areas not covered in the Southlake Boulevard Improvement Project (medians, deceleration lanes and sidewalks). The monies represent 80% of the project’s cost. As part of the application the City of Southlake agreed to be reimbursed for the initial 80% of the $2.1 million dollar project, pay for the remaining 20% of the project and cover any additional costs. According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), “the federally funded program provides opportunities for non-traditional transportation related activities." Southlake's proposed project includes the construction of most missing sidewalk segments along both sides of F.M. 1709 from the western city limit at Pearson to the eastern city limit at S.H. 114, excluding sidewalks that will be built with the construction of the Southlake Boulevard Improvement Project. “The proposal was just one part of the submittal, said Ken Baker, Director of Planning and Development Services. “The City received many letters of support from residents, business owners, the City Council, the Planning and Zoning Commission and Carroll ISD. Those letters were included in the grant submittal and I am confident they helped obtain the approval of funds.” The City will discuss the details of the project, including a project timeline, with TxDOT in the near future. Unlike other projects, where the City is obligated to obtain right of way property for construction projects, all land needed for this project is located in TxDOT right-of-way saving the City time and money.
Firefighters Fill the Boot for MDA
Wednesday July 21, 2010
During the month of June, Southlake Fiirefighters braved the summer heat to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). There has been a long standing relationship between MDA and firefighters across the country. Over the years, firefighters have been the largest contributor to the organization in hopes of defeating 43 neuromuscular diseases through worldwide research, services, and public education. In addition to raising funds through campaigns like Fill the Boot, thousands of firefighters nationwide volunteer their personal time at MDA summer camps. This year members of Southlake Fire Services doubled what was collected last year. The record setting total for last year was $11,009. This year a goal was set to raise $10,500 and Southlake firefighters more than doubled the amount by collecting $24,783.22. Southlake Fire Services is proud to contribute to furthering the research and services of MDA through this year's generous donations.
Local Students Earn National Recognition
Monday July 19, 2010
Carroll Education Foundation of Southlake announced an exciting update to a grant awarded in the 2008-2009 school year to Ms. Julie Presley at Dawson Middle School. The grant, entitled "Pacman Finds a Career: This Isn't Your Dad's Video Game," was given to allow students to desgn video games and to engage in real world interaction while learning math, language, science, and technology. "Students love for video games creates an exciting platform for learning. Critical thinking and problem solving skills will be gained that will lead them toward dynamic careers through a venue that they love," states Ms. Presley. The curriculum is self-directed and allows students to have a taste of the fast-paced hectic world of being a "virtual" video game development intern. The inclusion of this curriculum in the technology classroom will enhance every aspect of the students' education by making learning relevant to them. Two of Ms. Presley's eighth graders, Jan Timpe and Reid Long, received a special surprise in their Video Game Design class at the end of the school year. Timpe and Long were announced via video conference as the national winners of the Future Game Designer Challenge 2010. Students created games on several levels over the course of the semester. Once their gaming skills were refined, they were allowed to submit an accelerated game at the national level and in their apporpriate division. The game Time and Long designed is called Moon Rover. The announcement was made during teacher Julie Presley's class with administrators and both students' parents in attendance. Following the video conference, the class shared a celebratory cake and refreshments outside. Congratuations to Jan, Reid, and Ms. Julie Presley! The Southlake CEF raises money for students and teachers of Carroll Independent School District. Since its inception in 1996, CEF has donated more than $745,000 in teacher's grants and more than $109,500 in graduating senior scholarships. The majority of these funds were raised at its annual fundraiser, the Culinary Celebration. This year's event will be held Sunday, October 3, 2010 at the Hyatt Regency DFW from 6-10pm. Please visit the CEF online for more information.
CEF Announces Raffle of Swarovski Dragon Helmet
Wednesday June 30, 2010
Carroll Education Foundation of Southlake announced a very special raffle item that will be a part of the Culinary Celebration fundraiser. The raffle will feature a genuine Swarovski crystal helmet in the Carroll Dragon design. Be the one and only person to own this unique Dragon helmet! Raffle tickets go on sale July 1, on the CEF website. Tickets are $20 each or can be purchased 6 for $100. Starting this fall, tickets will be available at each CISD school, the administration building, through CEF board members, and at the start of the Culinary Celebration event. The raffle winner will then be announced at the Culinary Celebration on October 3. The Southlake CEF raises money for students and teachers of Carroll Independent School District. Since its inception in 1996, CEF has donated more than $745,000 in teacher's grants and more than $109,500 in graduating senior scholarships. The majority of these funds were raised at its annual fundraiser, the Culinary Celebration. This year's event will be held Sunday, October 3, 2010 at the Hyatt Regency DFW from 6-10pm. Please visit the CEF online for more information.
Kaleidoscope of Homes Tour Feature Southlake
Wednesday June 30, 2010
A clear signal of a rebounding housing market in North Texas came from the Greater Fort Worth Builders Association in its announcement of plans to launch its first major home tour in two years. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Kaleidoscope of Homes, and the fall promotion has early signs of being one of the most impressive luxury home shows yet, says Cary Clarke, immediate past president of the GFWBA and chairman of the 2010 Kaleidoscope event. Slated October 9-31, the tour encompasses a three week period with four weekends and is expected to draw about 30,000 visitors, based on previous years' attendance. The event will benefit Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, one of the nation's leading medical centers for treatment of pediatric orthopedic conditions, certain related neurological disorders and learning disorders, such as dyslexia. "Each year, Scottish Rite provides extensive treatment adn therapy for thousands of children," says a hospital spokesperson. "Supported solely through donations, the hospital last year had more than 40,000 outpatient visits and performed 2,153 surgeries." The Kaleidoscope site, Shady Oaks in Southlake, is described by developers as the last, best piece of undeveloped land in the popular Northeast Tarrant County city. "The 100-acre residential community just off Dove Road between Highway 114 and Highway 1709 has rolling terrain, varied topography and natural beauty," Clarke says. "Southlake is one of the hottest luxury residential submarkets in Dallas/Fort Worth and internationally acclaimed for its innovative, pedestrian-friendly Southlake Town Square." He adds: "This year's Kaleidoscope features developers and builders who have had a major impact on the luxury home-building community in Northeast Tarrant County and throughout the D/FW Metroplex." Developer Terra/Hat Creek is a joint venture between two high-profile Tarrant County real estate operations, Terra Land and Hat Creek Development Company. Principal partners are Kosse Maykus, Bobby Harrell and Paul Spain. Kaleidoscope builders - Simmons Estate Homes, Venetian Custom Homes and Harrell Custom Homes - are constructing luxury estate homes ranging from 7,000 to more than 9,000 square feet priced from $2 million to almost $4 million. The community's current phase has half-acre home sites, and a new phase of 1/3-acre lots is just beginning construction. A park with walking trails and benches surrounds a large pond with a fountain. An impressive limestone wall and entrance with custom cast-stone accents and a fountain highlight the wide promendade of stately oaks leading into the community. Durham Elementary/Intermediate School campuses are across Shady Oaks Drive from the development. The Kaleidoscope - believed to be the only single-site luxury home tour scheduled this year, not only in Texas but throughout the nation - very likely will contribute to jump-starting home building in North Texas after a difficult couple of years, Harrell says. Financing is being provided by Southwest Securties Bank.
A Furry Tail Come True - Helping Golden Retrievers
Tuesday June 29, 2010
Emmy (10) and Catie (8) Pratt started "Trinkets for Toby" in December 2009. Named after their rescued Golden Retriever, Toby, Trinkets for Toby raises money to sponsor the medical treatments of rescue dogs so they can be adopted into their "fur-ever" homes. The girls make dog-related craft items and sell them with all proceeds going to the DFW Metro Golden Retriever Rescue. After winning an honorable mention and $500 for the rescue program from The Amazing Gracie Fan 
Club page, this puts Trinkets for Toby at over $2,000 which has helped sponsor 13 dogs. Trinkets for Toby has a Facebook page for donations and items can be purchased by visiting DFW Metro Golden Retriever Rescue. Top photo: Catie, Toby and Emmy Pratt a week after adopting Toby (September 2009). Bottom photo: The day Toby was rescued by DFW Metro Golden Retriever Rescue in April 2009. This photo inspired Emmy to start Trinkets for Toby.
SCLA Dragons Compete in Tournament
Tuesday June 29, 2010
This summer brings a new level of play to Southlake Carroll's Youth Boys lacrosse program. For the first year, Southlake Carroll Lacrosse Association (SCLA) has put together 5/6 and 7/8 Youth Boys Summer travel teams. Both teams recently traveled to Park Cities, Utah to spend a few days testing their lacrosse skills against other serious lacrosse competitors. The Southlake boys have set the bar high and have made very impressive showings every time they step on the field. The 7/8 Dragons won its first game against the McGlone Panthers (Denver) in overtime play (4-3). Eighth grader Tim Barnhart made it look easy when he won a face-off, drove the ball down the field and scored the winning goal in overtime for the Dragons. They kept the heat on for their second game against the Vipers Select from Fort Collins, Colorado. The Vipers barely edged out the Dragons with a 3-2 final score. In the third game, the 7/8 Dragons were determined to continue on a strong footing and beat Team Utah (3-1). On Saturday, they had a tough challenge against Team San Diego, but weren't able to pull out a win, losing to San Deigo (9-2). However, they quickly rallied in the 5th game and beat Team Idaho (4-2). The 7/8 Dragons ended its tournament in Utah with a 3-2 record. The 5/6 SCLA Dragons made an equally impressive showing and its first game ended in a shut-out victory against the Draper Dogs (Utah), with a final score of 6-0. Sixth grade Dragon goalie, Luke Millican was credited with the shut out. They kept the Dragon fire flaming hot and, in their second game, followed up with another strong win against Brighton (Utah), taking the win at 6-1. The Dragons went on to another solid win over Orange County Crush with an ending score of 6-1, and followed up with yet another 6-1 win agains the Arizona Cobras. The only disappointment of the series was a last second goal by the Utah Stars which ended the game at 3-2 over the Dragons. The 5/6 Dragons finished tournament play with an impressive 4-1 record. SCLA's Youth Boys 5/6 and 7/8 Summer 2010 Dragons made a very strong showing in Utah and established a respectable reputation for themselves and Southlake Carroll Lacrosse Association. The boys played a physical game; challenging their competion with every play. Congratulations on a job well done!
CEF Scholarship Recipients
Tuesday June 29, 2010
Carroll Education Foundation of Southlake announces the 2009-2010 scholarship recipients. In conjunction with the CISD Senior Awards Ceremony, CEF awarded 11 scholarships to worthy seniors. Every year, CEF chooses 10 graduating CISD students to receive a $1,500 scholarship toward the college of their choice. Since the inception of CEF, it has raised more than $850,000 for teachers and students of CISD in the form of teachers' grants and scholarships for CISD seniors. This year, CEF announced an additional scholarship. "We will be adding, for every year henceforth, a scholarship in the name of Ralph Williams. Ralph was a valued board member and dear friend who passed away last fall. He was instrumental within CEF in all aspects of the foundation and was an inspiration to us all. Through hish scholarship we will be investing in our students and our community, two great passions of Ralph's," stated Kacy Hankins, CEF's Executive Director. The student chosen for The Ralph Williams Memorial Scholarship is the top candidate chosen among the recipients. This year's recipients include: Cassandra Shankman, awarded The Ralph Williams Memorial Scholarship; Amanda Presmyk, sponsored by Greater Southlake Women's Society; Allison Gross, sponsored by Park Place Lexus of Grapevine; Zac Friske, sponsored by Hyatt Regency DFW; Hannah Brown, sponsored by Forth Worth Texas Magazine; Rebeccah Gould, sponsored by Sabre Holdings; Cameron Brennan, sponsored by XTO; Michael Veneskey, sponsored by Southlake Style Magazine; Chelsea Dunlap, sponsored by Natex and The Vital Design Group; Emily Lang, sponsored by RM Communications and Grayson Allen Jewelers; Colin Christ, sponsored by Premiere Photography of Colleyville and The Hilton Southlake Town Square. "All of the applicants this year were intelligent, talented, and committed to serving our community through volunteer service. We're proud of each scholarship recipient and look forward to following them through their college endeavors," stated John Kresky, CEF Board Member and 2010 Scholarship Chairman. The Southlake CEF raises money for students and teachers of Carroll Independent School District. Since its inception in 1996, CEF has donated more than $745,000 in teacher's grants and more than $109,500 in graduating senior scholarships. The majority of these funds were raised at its annual fundraiser, the Culinary Celebration. This year's event will be held Sunday, October 3, 2010 at the Hyatt Regency DFW from 6-10pm. Please visit the CEF online for more information.
Southlake Newcomers' Club Plays for Others
Monday June 28, 2010
At its year-end meeting and luncheon at Timarron Country Club, Southlake Newcomers' Club presented donations to nineteen local charities with funds generated by its "Visions of Vegas: Playing for Others" charity event. Held at the Hilton at Southlake Town Square on March 6, over $24,000 was raised for charitable organizations amidst a backdrop of festive casino action, live entertainment, and both live and silent auctions. Over the last three years, Southlake Newcomers' Club, a 501(c)3 charitable organization, has donated over $94,000 to local charities and presented scholarships to high school seniors. This has been accomplished, in large part, through the generosity of community business friends who have parternered with SNC to hold entertaining and successful fundraising events. Although the primary mission of Southlake Newcomers' Club is to serve as a social organization, it is also committed to community service and philanthropic endeavors.
Organizations present at the luncheon included: Riding Unlimited, Summer Santa, Cancer Care Services, Metroport Meals on Wheels, G.R.A.C.E., Homeward Bound, Battered Women's Foundation, Bob Jones Nature Center, Neuro Assistance Foundation, Texas Health Harris Methodist Foundation, Christmas is for Children, Heroes for Children, Christ's Haven for Children, Special Friends (Special Olympics), Rocky Top Therapy, Community Enrichment Center, S.N.A.P., and Community Storehouse.
Southlake Newcomers' Club also welcomed the incoming 2010-2011 Executive Board after saying farewell to the outgoing 2009-2010 Executive Board. 
The club especially thanks outgoing Co-Presidents Rhonda Schock and Melba Stewart. The club will resume meetings and luncheons at Timarron Country Club beginning September 21 and is open to all in the area, not just Southlake residents. For more information, please visit Southlake Newcomers' Club.
Graduation Ceremonies move to Cowboy's Stadium
Thursday June 3, 2010
Because of an extreme heat advisory forecasted for Friday, Carroll school officials are moving the June 4 graduation ceremonies indoors to Cowboys Stadium in Arlington. Temperatures are expected to hover near 100 all weekend, causing concerns about the possibility of heat-related health issues for graduation guests.
The June 4 Carroll Senior High School graduation ceremony will start at 7:30 p.m. in the west end zone of Cowboys Stadium and will mark the first high school graduation in the new Arlington facility. Cowboys officials offered the venue for a reasonable price Thursday afternoon, opening the door for cooler conditions for the Class of 2010 commencement.
Parking for students, staff and guests will be free. Parents may drop off their seniors at the Media Entrance near Lot 10. Senior students should enter the Lot 10 Media Entrance (Entry K) before 6:30 p.m. Guest parking will be in Blue Lots 7, 10 and 11. Parking will begin at 5 p.m.; doors will open to graduation guests at 6 p.m. All graduation guests use Entry H. On-field entry will only be allowed for CISD employees, participating students and media with the appropriate credentials. Carroll ISD has provided a map and driving directions on its website.
“It just seemed like the right decision to make in light of the weather forecast,” said Carroll Senior High Principal Mike Rhodes. “The ultimate decision rested on doing what’s best for kids and making this an enjoyable experience for everyone. The Cowboys organization reached out to us and made us an offer that we couldn’t refuse.
“Texas Stadium was our home away from home for so many years,” Rhodes added. “It’s great to continue that tradition with our positive association with the Cowboys. We appreciate their support as we faced a difficult heat advisory situation.”
The senior class will practice Friday morning at Cowboys Stadium from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Students will still be responsible for their own transportation to Cowboys Stadium, just as they were at Dragon Stadium. Rhodes said he delayed the practice from its original 9 a.m. start time to give students more time to travel to Arlington.
Members of the Carroll Dragon Band will be performing at the graduation ceremony and will be transported by Carroll ISD school buses to Arlington. Band students will leave from Carroll High School (9/10 campus on 800 White Chapel Blvd.) at 4:30 p.m. Friday and will return on CISD buses after the event. Parents wishing to take their band student home with them from Arlington may sign their student out with a band director at Cowboys Stadium.
The video board at Cowboys Stadium will not be used during graduation, but CISD will video the ceremony and create DVDs as planned. Order forms for DVDs can be found on the district’s website. Concession stands at Cowboys Stadium will have bottled water and bottled sodas for sale, but not food items. No beverage containers of any kind, including bottled water, are allowed to be brought into the stadium.
School officials say they will utilize every communication tool available to notify the community, including a Connect-ED telephone call, emails, press releases, electronic newsletters, Twitter, Facebook and the district’s website. In addition, a CISD staff member will be stationed at Dragon Stadium to inform and direct guests who might show up there to Cowboys Stadium in Arlington.
Project Graduation planners say they will extend the deadline for seniors to enter their after-graduation event until 12:30 a.m. After that time, no additional students will be admitted into the Project Graduation event, which is being held at Main Event in Grapevine.
Carroll Superintendent David Faltys said both he and the School Board support the principal’s decision and hope Dragon families understand the unique situation the heat advisory posed. CISD has held successful graduations inside and outside through the years, facing inclement weather, high winds and even faulty light poles in the past. School officials say Dragon Stadium, which is currently under construction as part of a 2009 Bond Program expansion project, has been the site for graduation for the past three years. Prior to that Carroll students graduated indoors at the Tarrant County Convention Center.
“We were already hearing from families with elderly grandparents who could no longer attend the outdoor ceremony due to the heat advisory,” said Faltys. “Hopefully this will allow them to attend in an air-conditioned setting. This is a testament to the relationship Carroll ISD has with the Cowboys organization, and we are appreciative of their offer to help us make graduation a positive experience for our Dragon families.”
For more information, contact the Communications & Marketing Department at 817-949-7080 or 817-808-7204.
Dragon Cake Created for Teacher Appreciation Day
Tuesday June 1, 2010
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Day at Carroll Middle School, students rose to the challenge of designing cakes after learning about cake design from Carolyn Arnold of Delicious Cakes of Southlake (soon to be Amazing Cakes and Cookies). The cake was created by merging four designs submitted by Carroll Middle School students Bailey McLendon, Sarah Schellenberger, McKenzie Brewer and Reaghan Neunke as a result of a Career Day cake design challenge given by Carolyn to the students. The cake was then enjoyed by the teachers of Carroll Middle School on Teacher Appreciation Day.
Safety Town - Ground Breaking
Tuesday June 1, 2010
The City of Southlake, in partnership with Southlake DPS Citizens Association (SDCA) and other sponsors, broke ground May 14 on Southlake's newest park, Safety Town. Although the skies threatened rain (and at one point delivered), it didn't stop the Southlake Kiwanis Club from making a $7,500 donation to Safety Town. Mayor John Terrell accepted the donation on behalf of Southlake's newest park and all of the groundbreaking participants. The park will be a child-size replica of Southlake that will be used to teach traffic and other safety concepts to pre-school and early elementary children. Safety concepts include Fire Safety, Pedestrian Safety, Bicycle and Helmet Safety, Water Safety, Outdoor Safety, Weather Safety, and Bus Safety. Outdoor classroom presentations and activities will be offered at this innovative park, which is being funded jointly by the city and private donations.
Jazz in June
Tuesday June 1, 2010
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and picnic dinners to the front lawn of Keller Town Hall for free, open-air jazz featuring the music of Adonis Rose adn the Fort Worth Jazz Orchestra. The series runs every Thursday at 7:30 pm in June with the Fort Worth Jazz Orchestra being joined by acclaimed vocalist J.E. McKissic (June 3); followed by a tribute to Latin Jazz (June 10); a tribute to Ella Fitzgerald (June 17); and finally, a tribute to Women in Jazz (June 24). The concerts are presented by the Keller Public Arts Program and include free lawn seating.
Do You See What I See?
Wednesday May 19, 2010
Carroll Education Foundation of Southlake announced a grant presentation recently held at Durham Intermediate School by Dena Johnson, a grant recipient of the 2009-2010 school year. Ms. Johnson created a grant, funded by CEF and sponsored by Milo & Kris Cobb and Bank of Texas, called "Do You See What I See?" Ms. Johnson's class demonstrated this grant to the Carroll Education Foundation at Durham Intermediate School. CEF Executive Director, Kacy Hankins, was honored to attend this special engagement with Ms. Johnson's class. Ms. Johnson described the grant by saying, The Private Eye kit is both an instructional and curriculum program that accelerates thinking skills, creativity, 
literacy, and scientific literacy in all subjects to all ages by the use of this simple tool, a jeweler's loupe. Lessons that came with the kit are designed to help students observe and hypothesize about structural functions of the objects in nature. Using group participation, students tell what they are thinking while exploring. Looking through the loupe opens a tiny new world to students and broadens their imaginations and creative writing abilities. Creative thinking leads to creative writing. It also brings out the hypothesizing, wondering scientist in the students. Another way to use this tool is to "loupe-draw." Students use close observations of each part of whatever they are examining or they draw a large outline and then fill in the details as they loupe-study the item. They make drawings that are about five inches square. They can make additional drawings that are even closer views. The focus can be on structure, function, design, or artistry. The Southlake CEF raises money for students and teachers of Carroll Independent School District. Since its inception in 1996, CEF has donated more than $700,000 in teacher's grants and more than $85,000 in graduating senior scholarships. The majority of these funds were raised in their annual fundraiser, the Culinary Celebration. This year's event will be held on October 3, 2010 at the Hyatt Regency DFW from 6-10 pm.
Natadores Win Swimming Championship
Wednesday May 7, 2010
The North Texas Natadores (NTN) swam their way to victory at the Texas Age Group Swimming (TAGS) Short Course Championships hosted by The Woodlands Swim Team in Shenandoah, Texas. NTN sent over 40 swimmers to participate in this state wide championship meet. This is the third season in a row the Nadadores have won this coveted title. The top three finishing teams were: Cypress Fairbanks with 466 
points, Nitro Swimming with 512 points, and NTN with 699 points. In addition to NTN winning the overall team results, its 10 & under boys, 11-12 boys, and 11-12 girls won the Team Age Group State Title by scoring more points than any other swimmers in these age groups. The 13-14 year old boys finished strong in 2nd place. NTN also had swimmers who won Individual State Titles including: Matthew Willengbring, Anna Salerno, Colin Giddings, and Brett Ringgold. Ringgold 
set a meet TAGS record in the 500 freestyle for the 11 year old boys. NTN swimmers scoring in an individual event or relay include: Rachel Luevit, Anna Salerno, Katie Nedrow, Olivia Coffey, Katelyn Johnson, Nicole Cherrett, Jennifer Talbert, Bridget Pacilio, Brooke Parra, Laura Norman, Emily Gibson, Abby Osen, Matthew Willenbring, Garrett Kemp, Nikolas Parra, Logan Henry, Daniel Rutledge, Alex Zettle, Adrian Maher, Sean Murphy, Alex Moraru, Colin Giddings, Jason Head, Kyle McCall, Brett Ringgold, Johnathan Roberts, Austin Nguyenphu, and Aaron Cosenza.
Southlake Vet Named as Top Clinic of Year
Tuesday April 27, 2010
Golden Triangle Animal Hospital in Southlake was recently honored to receive the prestigious award of one of the top 8 American Animal Hospital Association's (AAHA) small animal veterinary clinics of the year for the entire North American continent for 2010. AAHA is recognized around the world as the benchmark for quality care in small animal veterinary medicine, and approximately 15% of the clinics in North America are accredited. Being named one of the top 8 hospitals in the entire North American continent was an extreme honor and something that the entire staff at Golden Triangle was extremely proud of achieving. Pictured (left to right) are practice owners Dr. Laura Ruffner, Dr. Steve Ruffner, Darcie Ragsdale practice manager, and Laura Moren, RVT accepting the award in Long Beach, California at the annual AAHA veterinary conference.
Special Olympics Athletes Excel in Local Competitions
Tuesday April 27, 2010
Dragon Special Olympic athletes recently competed in two local track and field competitions in Keller and Grapevine. The team earned a combined 172 ribbons for both meets. Many of these athletes advanced to Regional competition held in Arlington in late April. Those who qualify will advance to the State competition in late May. Participants included: Kathryn Albertini, Stephanie Bailey, Jacob Bates, Barrett Benesh, Regan Bravo, Jordan Brett, Will Burton, Joshua Chavez, Jack Crafton, Alexis Edwards, Lauren Fairchild, Matthew Fredricks, Ty Gasmire, Vicki Griffin, Kesnia Hatfield, Daniel Heller, Brian Hill, Jamie Hill, Mariah Jacobson, Nick Kane, Samuel Kline, Joonas Lehto, Amanda Lund, Jimmy Makoweicki, Alyssa Martin, Chase Milyo, Andreas Nauwelaers, Christopher Norman, Will O'Brienl, Colton Quinn, Deanna Rahim, Conner Rausch, Macy Smith, Seaghan Smith, Stacey Spann, Casey Stage, Amy Stefanko, Kyle Swienton, Marshall Varriale, Alissa Walburg, Rebecca Wallace, Alicia Wettig, and Luke Wyatt. Congratulations Dragons!
Trustees Approve GMP For Stadium Project
Tuesday April 27, 2010
Carroll School Trustees approved a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) of $6,754,581 million for a technology Diaster Recovery Center (DRC) and a 1,600-seat expansion project at Dragon Stadium. The total project includes monies from two different propositions in the May 2009 bond election approved by Carroll voters. Proposition 1 was for technology infrastructure and a DRC; that portion is projected to cost about $3 million. Proposition 3 was for $4.6 million to include a 1,600 seat expansion, additional restrooms, concessions and parking. That part of the project has a GMP of $3.7 million. School officials had already acted on the turf replacement for the stadium. The general contractor for the project is Gallagher Construction Services. Construction has already begun, but will not disrupt soccer games or graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2010. Architect John Haugen said the stadium should be substantially complete and ready to occupy by the first Dragon home football game.
Be Part of Where the Tradition Begins
Thursday April 22, 2010
Dragon Youth Football & Dragon Cheerleading invite all youth age 5-12 to register for the 2010 season. Online registration is available for football players. Cheerleaders must register in person. Walk-up registrations for both cheerleaders and football players will be on Saturday, May 8th and Saturday, June 12th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Velocity Sports 
Performance located at 1800 E. Hwy. 114, Southlake. Registering cheerleaders need to wear a swimsuit or leotard for easier and quicker uniform fittings. For more information or to register online, please visit our website at: www.dragonyouthfootball.net. Dragon Youth Football and Cheerleading participants strive to promote the ideals of good sportsmanship, personal integrity, and team cooperation while supporting the community in which they live. Go Dragons!
A Dance Force Earns High Honors at Competition
Thursday April 15, 2010
Last weekend competition teams from A Dance Force competed at Starpower Dance Competition and did a wonderful job. Many high honors were earned including: Petitie Company won 1st in jazz, lyrical, and tap categories, placing in Top 10 overall. The Junior and Senior companies both earned 4.5 stars out of 5 with their jazz and hip hop dances. Instructor Lyndsay Renger also picked up a top choreography award for the jazz production dance.
Sixth Grader Earns Eagle Scout Award
Tuesday March 15, 2010
Eubanks Intermediate Sixth Grader Jack Kresky received his Eagle Scout award on February 28th at a special Court of Honor ceremony. Jack is 12 years old and an assistant patrol leader in Troop 928 led by Scoutmaster Clint Bailey. The troop is based out of White's Chapel United Methodist Church in Southlake. As part of Jack's scouting experience, he has earned 53 merit badges, held a variety of leadership positions, and led a team of 30 scouts and adults on his Eagle Scout project, totaling over 200 hours of community service. His project included the placement of over 750 storm drain placards on storm drain inlets throughout the city of Southlake with the goal of reducing or eliminating the dumping of hazardous waste into our local streams and lakes. Jack said, "I am honored to receive the Eagle Scout medal and look forward to the many opportunities ahead of me to serve the community, develop my leadership skills, and inspire other scouts to earn their Eagle Scout award." Jack is a native of Southlake, the son of John and Bonnie Kresky, and in addition to being active in scouts he also enjoys playing tackle football, tennis and skiing.
Classic Chevrolet Awarded Again as the #1 Volume Chevy Dealer in the Nation
Tuesday March 15, 2010
Nothing about the year 2009 has been “business as usual” but for Tom Durant, owner of Classic Chevrolet in Grapevine, the tough economy never stalled his desire to win. For the fourth consecutive year, Chevrolet honored Classic as the #1 Volume Chevrolet Dealer in the Nation. On March 4, General Motors made the tribute official, presenting Tom Durant, with his fourth #1 Trophy. “We actually had to build a bigger trophy case,” joked Mr. Durant. Kurt McNeil, General Sales Manager for Chevrolet flew in from Detroit with other Chevrolet executives to personally present the trophy. “To win a championship takes a lot of things, but to win it over and over and over again is a great accomplishment. It takes a great team and a great leader.” said Mr. McNeil to dozens of employees and business associates on hand to attend the ceremony.
Classic’s tremendous repeat and referral business was a key factor when Classic turned up the heat in the fourth quarter, and the local DFW market responded. At the end of the year, Classic was once again the Nation’s #1 Dealer with 4,101 total units, beating rival Paddock Chevrolet (Owned by Duane Paddock of Buffalo, NY) by 358 vehicles. Tom Durant attributed his continued success to customer service, plain and simple. “We treat our customers as if they were family. We want them to enjoy buying a car from us, because we want to sell them their next car and the car after that,” explained Mr. Durant. And with a showroom full of his staff applauding, it’s clear that sentiment resounds throughout the entire organization.
Paddock and Durant share a common respect for each other, which was apparent as they acknowledged each other’s success and joked about the rivalry that is destined to continue in 2010. Paddock referred to “T.D.’s habit of sending little email jabs, which I use to motivate my sales staff every week. The more he talks trash, the more cars we sell.” In a playful gesture, Classic’s staff presented Mr. Paddock with a Dallas Cowboy jersey bearing his name and his number (#2) as well as a Longhorn hood ornament to take back to New York. “I look forward to giving you a Buffalo Bills jersey with your number 2 on it next year,” quipped Paddock. Tom Durant, understated as always, simply smiled. He has no intention of letting that happen.
Dragons' 2010 Football Schedule Announced
Monday March 14, 2010
The Carroll Independent School District released its Varsity Football Schedule for the 2010 season. Due to UIL realignment and reclassification the Dragons, led by 2009 District 6-5A Coach of the Year Hal Wasson, will face almost an entirely new set of opponents. For the next two years, Carroll will be a part of District 7-5A.
The 2010 schedule is as follows, kickoff times are still to be announced:
Scrimmage @ Duncanville TBA
Aug. 27 @ Copperas Cove
Sept. 3 @ L.D. Bell
Sept. 10 vs. Richardson Berkner
Sept. 17 Open
Sept. 23 Thurs. @ Fossil Ridge
Oct. 1 vs. Keller ------ Southlake Style Dragon Pride IV Night
Oct. 8 vs. Northwest (HC)
Oct. 15 @ Coppell
Oct. 22 vs. Keller Central
Oct. 29 @ Saginaw
Nov. 5 vs. Denton Guyer
Carroll will play the first two games of the regular season on the road to accommodate construction at Dragon Stadium. Multiple improvement projects are planned during the summer months. The Stadium will expand to add an additional 1,600 seats on the home side.
Emerald Belles Take Home Top Honors in San Marcos
Monday March 15, 2010
The Emerald Belles competed in the ShowMaker's State Competition at Texas State University in San Marcos last weekend and came home with the top awards. The Belles earned first place in all three of their competition dances. They also received Outstanding Choreography, Outstanding Technique, Outstanding Precision, Outstanding Showmanship, Judge's Award, Super Sweepstakes, and Line of Champions. At the conclusion of competition ShowMakers recognized and awarded the Belles for Overall Outstanding Entertainment and Creative Costuming in all three of their dances.
The Emerald Belle Officers competed and received first place in jazz and lyrical. They were awarded Judge's Award, Super Sweepstakes, Line of Champions, Outstanding Choreography,Technique, Precision, and Showmanship. West Hardin, Laura Pearson, Kristen Mabry, Alexa Trujillo, and Mary Grace Seaton were named in the Top 14 Solo Finalists. Kristen Mabry won first place in the 11-12 grade division and Laura Pearson placed third. Alexa Trujillo won first place in the 9-10 grade division and Mary Grace Seaton placed fourth. Kailey Munoz, Quinlan Duncan, Andrea Rivas, and Elise Townsend received first place in their quartet. Alexa Trujillo and Andrea Rivas received third place for their duet.
The Emerald Belles are under the direction of Melissa Page and assisted by Kathryn Dobrow.
Under-experienced no more
Monday February 8, 2010
Super Bowl XLIV saw the New Orleans Saints beat the Indianapolis Colts 31-17 in a win that pleasantly surprised many football fans. In recent days the underdog Saints have been called America’s Team. Agree or disagree, a new team has arisen from the arm of an underdog quarterback in Drew Brees and the leg of the under-experienced kicker Garrett Hartley.
The 23 year old Hartley is part of Southlake’s Dragon Pride. After converting on 85% of his kicks as a high school senior (17-20) and garnering All State honors he went on to star as a Oklahoma Sooner. While at Oklahoma he was twice honored as a second team All-Big 12 Conference and was a finalist for the Lou Groza award his junior year.
Under-experienced no more, Hartley set a new Super Bowl record by calmly and successfully executing three field goals all greater than 40 yards (46, 44, and 47). Hartley’s success kept the Saints in the game through the first half. Now this young kicker can say he not only performed on the game’s biggest stage, but he raised the bar too. Hartley has just demonstrated to the Saints, the NFL and world that he is a clutch performer for many years to come.
Congratulations to Southlake’s latest football star on his record setting performance and getting his first ever Superbowl ring. We hope there are many more to come.
Business in NE Tarrant Gets a Little More Personal
Monday February 1, 2010 - From N.E.T Business Resource Magazine Jan/Feb 2010
"It’s nothing personal- it’s just business.”
We have all said or heard this phrase numerous times throughout our careers- but from what I have learned, business is all about relationships. And every good relationship has strong personal connection. The cities of Southlake, Grapevine, Colleyville, Westlake and Keller are home to a vibrant core of creative and productive small businesses. These cities are also home to more than a few of DFW’s elite business executives. Why is it then that the businesses and professionals of Northeast Tarrant County find themselves right in the heart of one of the brightest economies in the world yet we are without a publication with a more personal connection ?
Currently there are few if any publications that meet the immediate needs of the businesses of Northeast Tarrant County. National publications do not relate to the climate of our local businesses and city publications rarely focus on our “small” market- despite our relative strength and growth potential.
Enter North Texas’ newest publication - N.E.T Business Resource– Northeast Tarrant County’s Business Resource Magazine, a high-quality, multi-city, business publication. I am excited to be working with locally and nationally known professionals- all of whom bring a wealth of experience to our community. Through our locally focused features and advice columns from the area’s best business minds- N.E.T Business Resource will inform, advise and inspire our businesses and professionals to succeed.
Over the last four years as a publisher I have seen how a small, local publication can thrive even as large scale publishers of newspapers and magazines fall under immense pressure. I know for a fact that locally based, relevant editorial has proven to not just reach, but penetrate local markets. When combined with affordable advertising the all-important need of communication within our business community will be met.
Enjoy this, our very first issue full of feature stories, advice columns and events focused solely on the business community of Northeast Tarrant County. As you read on, let me know what you think. Send me your ideas for future stories, executives and events of interest. This is your magazine. And it is our goal to not only connect with you but also to inform, advise and inspire you.
Mike Tesoriero...
Bicentennial Park Set to Break Ground
Monday January 18, 2010
As the new DPS Headquarters opens up; the City is getting ready to officially break ground on the first phase of the Bicentennial Park Improvement Project. Phase I improvements include entry features, 4-plex baseball fields, concession buildings, five tennis courts, house remodel, detention pond, streets, parking and paths.
Bicentennial Park is the city's second largest park with 74 acres and comprises the first land ever assembled for park purposes in the City of Southlake. The park is located at 450 West Southlake Blvd. (F.M. 1709) and is currently home to several baseball fields, basketball goals, an in-line hockey rink, a Tennis Center with pro shop, a large playground, Liberty Gardens and support facilities.
The groundbreaking ceremony for the phase I projects will take place on Friday, January 22, 2010 at 3:30 p.m. at Bicentennial Park, 450 West Southlake Blvd. For more information about Bicentennial Park or the groundbreaking ceremony please contact Community Services at (817) 748-8019.
Trustees Approve GMP For Stadium Project
Tuesday April 27, 2010
Carroll School Trustees approved a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) of $6,754,581 million for a technology Diaster Recovery Center (DRC) and a 1,600-seat expansion project at Dragon Stadium. The total project includes monies from two different propositions in the May 2009 bond election approved by Carroll Voters.
